German Style Red Cabbage with Apples
Red cabbage braised with apples and warm spices is a little bit sweet, a little bit sour, and oh so vibrant on the plate. This German side dish is the perfect foil for a rich roast or a crispy schnitzel. If you are looking for a tasty way to enjoy red cabbage, you are in the right place.
Servings: 12 Servings
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons butter
- 1 medium red onion
- 1 medium or 2 small heads red cabbage
- 3 apples
- 3 Tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- ½ cup water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon grated nutmeg
- pinch ground cloves
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ⅓ cup raisins
- 2 Tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
- Dice onion relatively small.
- Melt 2 Tablespoons butter in a large pot with a lid. A enameled Dutch oven works well for this.
- Sauté 1 medium red onion in the butter over medium heat for a couple of minutes until they are translucent.
- Quarter 1 medium or 2 small heads red cabbage and shred into small strips. Add to the pot with the onion. Sauté, stirring occasionally for about 5 more minutes.
- Grate in 3 apples and add 3 Tablespoons apple cider vinegar, ½ cup water, 1 teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon grated nutmeg, pinch ground cloves, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, and ⅓ cup raisins. Cover and cook over low heat for about an hour.
- Remove lid and continue to cook until the cabbage is soft and the liquid is reduced.
- Stir in 2 Tablespoons lemon juice and adjust the seasonings to your liking.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 79kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 230mg | Potassium: 272mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 864IU | Vitamin C: 44mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 1mg
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